Bondi Resort Blog

Come on into our Blog for a look at the wonderful world we've got to share! With over 240 hectares (600 acres) of wilderness woodlands surrounding the resort, just ten minutes from Algonquin Park, we feature over 400 metres (1200’) of waterfront and beach; boat rentals; summer hiking trails winding through fields and woods; 20 km. of groomed cross country ski trails and snowshoeing in winter; access to nearby snowmobile trails for sledders, and a toboggan hill for the young at heart.www.bondi-village-resort.com

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Styling on the S.S. Bigwin

Capt. Paul, on the S.S. Bigwin out of Dorset has his hands on history. In his left hand, the helm of the ship, over 100 years old, lovingly recued and restored and now plying the Lake of Bays.

In his right hand, a piece of the railing from the iconic Bigwin Island Rotunda. A piece of railing that has felt the hands of the Rockefellers, Carey Grant, Queen Juliana of the Netherlands, Dief the Chief and so many more of the movers and shakers of its era.

The ship is now sailing 3 times a day -- and you'd be well advised to take the hour and enjoy the cruise!

It is a delightful way to see part of the lake -- including the Dorset cliffs -- look closely and you'll see the kids jumping off! A true rite of passage, that.

Here's another rite of passage that makes indelible memories -- 6 year old Simon takes the wheel and steers the Bigwin through the channel.

Would the passengers have been quite so relaxed if they knew who was in charge of the boat??? Powered by an electric engine, the boat is virtually silent except for the slap of water along the hull. Magic.

Looking for something to do, Jim replied to an ad that simply read "Wanted, Deckhand." Now this is how he is spending his summer. Could do worse!

I was very honoured to be invited along on this cruise by a good friend and his family. It was a lovely chance to take a step back and just breathe.

Canadian Canoe Culture

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Availability and Reservations

Don't overlook our specials for COUPLES! As well as families and groups, we offer great deals for couples looking to just get away.

You can check our availability on-line. We work hard to keep this current, but it may lag actual bookings. And it may not be 100% accurate...

We do have vacancies throughout July and August, but not that many... so you should scoop up yours! In fact, there are only about nine vacancies left for this summer!! We've got your cottage waiting, but you should call now!

We much prefer to keep the personal touch, and to discuss your booking the 'old-fashioned' way, directly, person to person! This helps us ensure that we've got your booking just the way you want it.

Changing the Season

August is on the doorstep. We currently have no vacancies until September, and our guests are enjoying the lake, the calling loons, the quiet times and all the activities that go with a summer here at Bondi Village. Get out of the city, restore your soul...

This means that we are now accepting reservations for two night stays and weekend packages during September and October -- the fall colours are astonishing, and on our own 600 acre property, there are so many walking trails and lookout views that there's no need to battle traffic into the Park just to see the beauty! Algonquin is always amazing, but during high colour season, best seen mid-week. There are so many other wonderful places around where you can enjoy the autumn without the congestion of the road, and we are happy to direct you to them.

We have great deals during the fall season, for couples, up to small groups of 18 people.

And don't forget Winter -- we've got vacancies for Christmas! We'll provide the tree, and you bring the family.

We've got a fantastic place to gather, enjoy the scenery, relax by a fire, and spend time with family and friends. Whether a quiet couples' getaway, or a family reunion or a club outing , we've got your cottage waiting.

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Napster

Napster Art

We are very proud of Napster, our tail-painting cat, who uses his lovely artwork to raise money for charities. This lovely little creature passed away July 2015, but left a huge legacy, having raised over $12,000 for various charities through the sale of his artwork. That artwork, through prints and notecards, is still available.Click here to visit Napster's Blog and visit the gallery of his tail-paintings.

Now sold around the world, he was honoured to have his artwork sold around the globe -- he even has a print with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Take a Peek at our Cross Country Ski Trails

Click on the following links to enjoy a 'virtual ski' round some of our 15 km. of groomed track set cross country ski trails. Thanks to Altitude and Attitude, North Muskoka gets the kind of winter you can really enjoy. Huge thanks to Eric Prince, the creative mind that made this videos happen!
Click here to enjoy seeing a variety of our trails.
And Click Here for another cross country ski adventure.
and this one, in 2014, just days before the snow vanished, from Hawke Lake on down. Click Here
And Click Here for just one more...